Welcome to the Iowa Prairie Network

In 1990 concerned Iowans formed IPN out of a desire to protect Iowa's disappearing prairie. IPN brings those who know about prairies together with those who wanted to learn, to form a network of advocacy for Iowa's natural heritage.

There are many ways to learn about prairie and all that is related to it. IPN promotes Iowa Prairie Heritage Week each September to help introduce new people to prairie, and there are also many resources to help one learn more.

Newsletters are used to keep members informed of news about prairies. The archived issues are filled with timeless prairie-related articles. A Facebook page and group, and emails from IPN are used to keep members up to date.

The seven IPN Regions host field trips and IPN has an annual meeting with prairie field trips. There are many other prairie-related events in Iowa, listed on the IPN calendar. There are prairies throughout the state just waiting for a visit.

In addition to having a Facebook page and a Facebook group, IPN members have a good time getting together at field trips, the annual meeting, and at various other programs sponsored by the IPN regions. Join other prairie enthusiasts!

There are many benefits to becoming an IPN member. The twice-yearly newsletter received in printed form or by email (your choice), will assist you in planning your visits to prairies, inform you of past events, and keep you on top of prairie issues.